Level 1 Health
11HLS Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr J. Glazier.
Recommended Prior LearningA passion for health-related topics, well-being and care for others. Discussion and/or questions are welcomed by the Teacher in Charge of health.
This is a course for students aiming to explore Health Education and who may be interested in a career in the health/community/clinical sectors. Students will develop skills and strategies for achieving and maintaining their own wellbeing. This involves taking action to enhance wellbeing and also developing strategies to support wellbeing. Students will study current issues such as interpersonal skills, relationships and hauora. Students will also compare and analyze different health models i.e., Te Whare Tapu Wha and identify how these models can be interpreted from varying perspectives.
This course is UE accredited.
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Assessment Information
With the new NCEA standards being introduced in 2024 at Level One, the Health Studies Level One course in 2024 will assess three of the four standards.
This will require a broader understanding of the links between topics, which we hope will result in better learning outcomes for our akonga.
Computer, B5 book or refill.